The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 105: Christ’s Church and its Mission (2025)
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Apr 15, 2025 Discover the essential identity and mission of the Church as a vital community guided by Christ and the Holy Spirit. The discussion highlights the Church's four marks: holy, Catholic, one, and apostolic. Explore the significance of the term 'church' and its dual role as a divine assembly and local community. Fr. Mike dives into the relationship between the Church and its imperfect members, encouraging everyone to embrace their sacred calling. Together, they shed light on how the Church draws life from the body of Christ.
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Church's Light Is Christ's Light
- The Church has no other light than Christ's; all understanding of the Church starts with Jesus Christ.
- This foundational truth ties everything we believe about the Church directly to Christ Jesus.
Holy Spirit Is Church's Source
- The Church's holiness comes entirely from the Holy Spirit, who is the source and giver of all holiness.
- The Church is where the Spirit flourishes, making the Spirit essential to its identity.
Four Marks of the Church
- The Church is described as holy, Catholic, one, and apostolic, known as the four marks from the Nicene Creed.
- These essential marks connect our belief in the Church deeply to our faith in God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.